The 45-year-old actress-and-activist collected the prestigious honour for her brave decision to speak out about the alleged sexual harassment she suffered at the hands of disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein.

Kevin Spacey was dropped from 'House of Cards' last year after more than 30 people accused the Oscar-winning actor of sexual misconduct, but it was not known how his ruthless US president character would be written out of the TV show.

According to media reports, Jimmy Bennett is said to be heading to the LA County Sherriff's Department in order to file an official sexual assault claim against her and co-operate with the ongoing investigation.